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The Grown-Up Version of Baby Talk: Avoiding Elderspeak

Watch what happens at the next family gathering when a brand…
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Signs of Dysphagia in Older Adults

On a hot summer day, there is nothing more satisfying than…
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Helping Seniors Remain Independent Starts with These Four Steps

It’s easy to get caught up in the daily tasks of caregiving…
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Create a Memory Book for Seniors with Dementia

“Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until…
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Is a Humidifier Good for COPD?

For seniors and those with lung conditions such as COPD,…
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7 Simple Tips to Handle a Frustrating Dementia Behavior: Refusal to Change Clothes

Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or some other…
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Is Home Care Safe for Seniors Now And How Do I Choose a Home Care Provider?

Looking at the past several months, family caregivers have…
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Help Seniors Regain Confidence After a Fall and Reduce Future Fall Risk

While comedians and circus clowns may stir audiences to laughter…
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Dementia Caregiver Tip: How to Respond When You’re Falsely Accused

It can come seemingly out of nowhere: you place your loved…
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Caring for Someone with Alzheimer’s During COVID-19

Confusion. Isolation. Loneliness. These feelings are getting…
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Good Communication is Key When Caring for Aging Parents

In an ideal world, we could neatly compartmentalize our caregiving…

10 Myths About Mesothelioma and Asbestos

Unfortunately, there are quite a few misconceptions regarding mesothelioma,…